I believe mediation will generally save both of you money. I did some research and the problem is once you get into it, one side often feels they got the short end of the stick and not accept the results. Then they litigate and end up spending the same money anyway. If your finances were separate and you don't have much assets, I would try mediation first if both sides agree. Not sure if spousal support (alimony) applies in your state. That's where my WW got me, it's actually 2.5 times more than the child support I pay her (even though I have 50/50 custody). So you may want to look into that too.
Me-LBH, 48 Spouse-WW, 48 Married for 19 years Son, 12 BD #1 - November 1998 (EA 7 months after wedding) BD #2 - November 2015 (same XBF EA) WW filed D February 2016 WW moved out April 2016
